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What do you do when you recognise a culture that is hurting those whose primary role is to care for others? You do something about it!

After her own journey of recovery from anxiety, depression and more, Nurse Practitioner, Rebekah Woodbine, set about creating a podcast as a helpful resource providing tenderness for nurses. The effect has been phenomenal.

Listen and be inspired by her very real description of what happens when the carers aren't being cared for; and by her brave decision to make a difference with the podcast.

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Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tendernessfornurses

LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/tendernessfornurses

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Website: https://perfectlysmooth.com.au/

Great conversations underpin all successful leadership relationships and can create enduring transformational impact.
If you want to change the world and don't know where to start, or if you’d like to level up your leadership, we can help you to make that a reality.

Get in touch with Mary at Optimal Life Solutions using the contact form on our website at www.optimalcoaching.com.au

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When burnout is affecting 49% of leaders globally, something is going terribly wrong, and it is worse in Australia...

Find out how to be energised and enthused, maintain calm in a chaotic world, and prevent yourself from becoming a statistic as Mary shares with us her secrets to successful self-care.

Download the free 'Serenity Strategies - Stress Relievers for Self-Care' booklet at this link: https://hub.optimalcoaching.com.au/serenity_strategies

Get your grounding meditation recording here: https://hub.optimalcoaching.com.au/ol_grounding-meditation

If you have problems accessing the download, please be in touch here or by email at admin@optimalcoaching.com.au

Find out more about Mary and her work at these links:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marywong-coaching

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Optimal.Life.Solutions

Website: www.optimalcoaching.com.au

Great conversations underpin all successful leadership relationships and can create enduring transformational impact.
If you want to change the world and don't know where to start, or if you’d like to level up your leadership, we can help you to make that a reality.

Get in touch with Mary at Optimal Life Solutions using the contact form on our website at www.optimalcoaching.com.au

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After navigating the transition from corporate life in Europe to family life in Australia, then successfully raising her children to young adulthood, Birgitta found herself at a crossroads. Realising she needed to reinvent herself, she emerged re-energised and re-connected, putting her coaching experience from high-level sporting and corporate team backgrounds to work in helping women thrive in leadership.

Join us as we explore transitions, rediscovery, and curiosity as tools for growth in leadership

Learn more about Birgitta:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/birgittaravenhill/

Great conversations underpin all successful leadership relationships and can create enduring transformational impact.
If you want to change the world and don't know where to start, or if you’d like to level up your leadership, we can help you to make that a reality.

Get in touch with Mary at Optimal Life Solutions using the contact form on our website at www.optimalcoaching.com.au

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In this episode, I explore the role of self-awareness in leadership - the ability to recognise your emotions, patterns, and impact on others. We’ll look at why leaders who understand themselves lead with greater clarity, empathy, and resilience, and how small shifts in self-awareness can transform relationships and decision-making. e.

Tune in to discover how cultivating self-awareness helps you lead and grow, not just with strategy, but with authenticity.

To find out more about Mary Wong, go to www.optimalcoaching.com.au

Great conversations underpin all successful leadership relationships and can create enduring transformational impact.
If you want to change the world and don't know where to start, or if you’d like to level up your leadership, we can help you to make that a reality.

Get in touch with Mary at Optimal Life Solutions using the contact form on our website at www.optimalcoaching.com.au

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Join us as we talk all things awards - why they are a strategy for success and how you grow through participating in them. Which awards should you enter? Have you done enough to enter an award? How do you deal with that inner voice that says you aren't enough?

Annette Densham, a former journalist, is the leader in award services. She answers all these questions and more... you can't miss this one!

Find out more about Annette here: https://awardwritingservices.com/

Great conversations underpin all successful leadership relationships and can create enduring transformational impact.
If you want to change the world and don't know where to start, or if you’d like to level up your leadership, we can help you to make that a reality.

Get in touch with Mary at Optimal Life Solutions using the contact form on our website at www.optimalcoaching.com.au

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If the word 'feedback' gives you the heebies, you really cannot miss this episode. Whether it is giving feedback, receiving feedback, or both that sets your teeth on edge, this episode will help you make feedback your friend.

Feedback is the ultimate growth tool and imperative for progress in your career and all aspects of life. Being open to it helps us grow and progress in our awareness, creating a life of ease.

Take a listen, and embrace feedback - you'll be amazed with the results.

To contact Mary, use the contact form at www.optimalcoaching.com.au or find me on the following socials:

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Optimal.Life.Solutions

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/optimal-life-solutions

Insta: https://www.instagram.com/optimal.life.solutions/

Great conversations underpin all successful leadership relationships and can create enduring transformational impact.
If you want to change the world and don't know where to start, or if you’d like to level up your leadership, we can help you to make that a reality.

Get in touch with Mary at Optimal Life Solutions using the contact form on our website at www.optimalcoaching.com.au

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When a customer is told to 'Talk to Jack, ' they're often surprised to find themselves chatting with Jaclyn. As someone who learned through the school of hard knocks, she has forged new frontiers in her business, specialising in Trailers and Caravan repairs in Sydney and is recognised for her strong leadership, hands-on industry knowledge, and dedication to delivering high-quality service and workmanship.

Jac's journey started with a grandmother who broke the mould - the perfect example of how leadership is modelled for future generations - and Jac now models this kind of leadership for future generations too.

Take a listen - you're sure to enjoy her energy and insights.

Find out more about Jaclyn here:

Website: boldtcrc.com.au

Facebook: www.facebook.com/jaclynbold.au

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jaclyn.bold/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jaclynbold/

Great conversations underpin all successful leadership relationships and can create enduring transformational impact.
If you want to change the world and don't know where to start, or if you’d like to level up your leadership, we can help you to make that a reality.

Get in touch with Mary at Optimal Life Solutions using the contact form on our website at www.optimalcoaching.com.au

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After many years working internationally for major corporations, Angella returned to Australia and now works for herself. She shares her journey of repatriation, the excitement and the challenges of moving to a new continent with her family and furry friend.

We talk about growing resilience, finding your place, recognising the right path to take, and so much more. It's a warm and friendly chat that holds a pot or two of gold within it.

Find out more about Angella on LinkedIn here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/angellaclarkejervoise

Great conversations underpin all successful leadership relationships and can create enduring transformational impact.
If you want to change the world and don't know where to start, or if you’d like to level up your leadership, we can help you to make that a reality.

Get in touch with Mary at Optimal Life Solutions using the contact form on our website at www.optimalcoaching.com.au